SPND 422

Differentiated Instruction Using Technology Across the Curriculum

Welcome to Your Course Wiki!

We will be using this wiki for organization of course resources and materials (Read).
Edmodo group will be used for active course discussions, announcements and turning in assignments (Write)

Syllabus

Course Description

Educators are responsible to incorporate instructional and assistive technology into their classrooms and into their students’ Individualized Education Plans. This course provides real world experiences, resources and skill development in using the latest software, Internet resources, adaptive equipment and best practices. Make decisions with guidance resulting in practical solutions that can be readily implemented in inclusive classrooms.

This course is offered in 4 modules. The focus is more on students and curriculum rather than how technology works. Students will gain overview knowledge of a range of potentially helpful technologies as they relate to learner accommodation or curriculum modification strategies.

Course Dates:

Prior to the start of class on Friday, May 27, please complete these tasks.

• Module #1 – May 27 - May 28 (morning)

Managing the Learning Environment

• Module #2 – Saturday, May 28 (afternoon) through Sunday, June 5 (online)

Instructional Activities on the Internet for Curriculum Integration, Intro to UDL, Intro to AT

• Module #3 – Monday, Jun 6 - Wednesday, June 15 (online)

Introduction to Assistive Technology, AAC, Software installation and selection

• Module #3 LAB – Friday, June 17 (in-class)

Hands-on Assistive Technology and iPads for Curriculum Access

• Module #4 – Saturday, June 18 (in-class)

Multimedia and Project Based Learning

• Final Project Due June 30, 2016

This course is offered in a blended format and 40% of the coursework takes place online between course meetings.
Online Learning Tips:
1. Read the Syllabus
2. Plan weekly study times
3. Log-in to the course at least 3 times per week
4. Ask Questions
5. Make connections with fellow students.

TECHNOLOGY ACCESS SURVEY:

SPND 422

Differentiated Instruction Using Technology Across the Curriculum

Welcome to Your Course Wiki!

We will be using this wiki for organization of course resources and materials (Read).
Edmodo group will be used for active course discussions, announcements and turning in assignments (Write)

Course Description

Educators are responsible to incorporate instructional and assistive technology into their classrooms and into their students’ Individualized Education Plans. This course provides real world experiences, resources and skill development in using the latest software, Internet resources, adaptive equipment and best practices. Make decisions with guidance resulting in practical solutions that can be readily implemented in inclusive classrooms.

This course is offered in 4 modules. The focus is more on students and curriculum rather than how technology works. Students will gain overview knowledge of a range of potentially helpful technologies as they relate to learner accommodation or curriculum modification strategies.

Course Dates:

• Module #1 – Friday September 11th through Saturday September 12th (morning)

Managing the Learning Environment

• Module #2 – Saturday September 12th (afternoon) through Saturday October 3

Instructional Activities on the Internet for Curriculum Integration, Intro to UDL, Intro to AT

• Module #3 – Saturday October 3rd through Sunday November 1st

Introduction to Assistive Technology, AAC, Software installation and selection

• Module #3 LAB – Friday November 6

Hands-on Assistive Technology and iPads for Curriculum Access

• Module #4 – November 7

Multimedia and Project Based Learning

• Final Project Due November 21

This course is offered in a blended format and 40% of the coursework takes place online between course meetings.
Online Learning Tips:
1. Read the Syllabus
2. Plan weekly study times
3. Log-in to the course at least 3 times per week
4. Ask Questions
5. Make connections with fellow students.

TECHNOLOGY ACCESS SURVEY: